Ya Zhen (Duck Gizzard)
The more you chew, the more umami seeps out! Thick, Muscular Duck Gizzard
Description
Braised duck gizzard. Larger and far denser than chicken gizzards. The more you chew, the more the deeply penetrated spice aroma and meaty umami burst out.
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Duck gizzard
- Spices
- Soy sauce
- Star anise
Instructions
- Trim the tough silver skin slightly.
- Place in master stock and simmer slowly on low heat until flavors penetrate to the core.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Star anise、Cinnamon
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Chicken gizzard
Pairing
Baijiu / Oolong Tea
Trivia
[Trivia] Completely boneless, making it one of the most frequently bought cuts alongside duck neck for 'walking and eating' or park picnics in Shin-Okubo.
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Eating] Because it's extremely tough and bouncy, having the shop slice it thinly and picking at it with a toothpick makes the ultimate bar snack.
Allergen
Wheat, Soybeans